# Krakus - Legendary ruler of Kraków

URL: https://poland-history.com/rulers/krakus
Reign: legendary, c. 7th–8th century
Dynasty: Legendary Rulers
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Krakus

Legendary founder of Kraków and slayer of the Wawel Dragon; the Krakus Mound is traditionally regarded as his burial place.

## Succession
- Preceded by: [Lech](https://poland-history.com/rulers/lech)
- Succeeded by: [Wanda](https://poland-history.com/rulers/wanda)

## Timeline events during this reign
- 700 - [Legend of Krakus and the Wawel Dragon](https://poland-history.com/timeline/700-legend-of-krakus-and-the-wawel-dragon)
- 720 - [Krakus Mound is raised](https://poland-history.com/timeline/720-krakus-mound-is-raised)